CVE-2003-0148

Name: CVE-2003-0148
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2003-08-27T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.56%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2003-0148 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The default installation of MSDE via McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 2.0 through 3.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a series of steps that (1) obtain the database administrator username and encrypted password in a configuration file from the ePO server using a certain request, (2) crack the password due to weak cryptography, and (3) use the password to pass commands through xp_cmdshell.. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The default installation of MSDE via McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 2.0 through 3.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a series of steps that (1) obtain the database administrator username and encrypted password in a configuration file from the ePO server using a certain request, (2) crack the password due to weak cryptography, and (3) use the password to pass commands through xp_cmdshell.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.56%

42.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mcafee	Epolicy Orchestrator	2.0
Mcafee	Epolicy Orchestrator	2.5
Mcafee	Epolicy Orchestrator	2.5.1
Mcafee	Epolicy Orchestrator	3.0

References

http://www.atstake.com/research/advisories/2003/a073103-1.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.nai.com/us/promos/mcafee/epo_vulnerabilities.aspPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.atstake.com/research/advisories/2003/a073103-1.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.nai.com/us/promos/mcafee/epo_vulnerabilities.aspPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 27, 2003
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0148?

How severe is CVE-2003-0148?

Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0148 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0148?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST